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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1912
Page
5
The Maury County Fair directors announce dates and plan free attractions similar to state fairs. Negotiations include a top quality wildlife show to run both forenoon and afternoon without extra charges to patrons. The premium committee reviews the list while catalog advertisements and premiums near printing, with catalogs to be issued soon.
H C Forros cashier of the Phenix Savings Bank and Trust Co swears the stated figures are true to the best of knowledge and belief. The document was published in The Daily Herald of Columbia Tennessee on December 12. J W Thomas notary public attested the oath.
L B Lister praises the convoy as the most thoroughly equipped agricultural train sent out by the IR railroad in ten years. The train toured Cal leoks and Polauki, with a 22 hour stop, then planned visits to Mt Phessant Lawrenceburg and Loretto, featuring pure food and live stock exhibits, soil projects, lectures, and road talks showcasing Moz Mate fair.
Tennessee political notes describe Preston launching his campaign Monday in his home city with a pro temperance stance. He urges nonpartisan reform, urges legislature and voters to decide liquor restrictions, and calls for new leaders to advance public good. The plan includes appearances in Richard City Jasper Dunlap Pikeville Whitewell Sequatchie and South Pittsburg with Attorney General Whitaker and Judge McReynolds.
Courtland Alabama saw Dooley and Minor defeat Florence as John controlled the box and Minor caught, tying the widow in his favor and driving a three day lead. Courtland led eight to zero in a low scoring contest at Courtland.
Nashville June 27. Local women formed the Travelers' Aid Association at the YWCA to combat white slave traffic in Nashville and Davidson county. Dealers from Chattanooga and Atlanta have been active in Nashville in recent weeks, causing alarm among officials and welfare groups regarding risk to young women and girls.
The Middle Tennessee Berkshire Breeders Association plans an extensive premium list and will hold its first sale during the fair. They aim to catalog all hogs offered and announce the event with proper publicity. The sale date is likely the first day of the fair.
Miss Kate Harlan resigns from the board of missions of the Methodist Episcopal church effective Monday. A valued employee, she previously served as private secretary to Bishop Lambuth, known for her extensive knowledge of church mission work. Future plans not announced.
The Modern Woodmen of America opened a two weeks school of instruction at the Maxwell House assembly room in Nashville. State Deputy Head Counsel W. S. Johnson presided with Capt W. J. State of Tennessee, Maury County 1, and J. E. Ayres as officers. Forester Seat Backett and team demonstrated woodworking craft as speakers addressed the gathering. organizers expect large attendance with over 15 000 members statewide.
In Montgomery Alabama on June 17 Adjt Gen J B Scully received War Department notice that United States soldiers would encamp near Anniston during July and August. The state military department has let contracts for supplies and one regiment of state troops will encamp July 1 with federal troops from several southeastern states to follow in the summer.
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